Proving that professionalism and expertise are a winning combination, Pam Golding Properties’ Stellenbosch branch has been awarded the National Branch of the Year | Medium, for its outstanding sales of over R800 million.
“Stellenbosch has always had broad appeal, as it offers a selection of residential property types - from new developments and sectional title units to family homes and wine farms. And of course, Stellenbosch is surrounded by vineyards and mountains and offers an enviable lifestyle,” says Louise Varga, branch manager of Pam Golding Properties Stellenbosch.
While student accommodation is always in demand in this university town, there has also been considerable interest from families and young professionals looking to live in a town that offers a desirable lifestyle and access to excellent educational and economic opportunities. According to property portal Property24, more than a third of recent buyers in Stellenbosch were between 39 and 49 years of age, underlining the interest from families looking to settle in the area.
Renewed semigration from parts of the Western Cape and the rest of the country, driven in part by the shift to remote working, has resulted in considerable buyer activity in this Boland town. Property24 also reports that Stellenbosch recorded the highest number of freestanding home sales in seven years, while sectional title sale volumes were at their highest since 2017. “Stellenbosch has plenty to offer within easy driving distance of Cape Town. It is possible to live in the heart of the Winelands and commute to the city for work if needed,”says Varga.
Four Stellenbosch agents - Clarence and Odette Collins, Vanessa Johnson and Lizanne Fourie - have been awarded Emerald Circle status by Pam Golding Properties in recognition of their excellent sales record. Clarence and Odette sold several farms and lifestyle properties valued between R30 million and R130 million, while Vanessa and Lizanne have enjoyed sell-out success with developments, many of which were converted into much-needed student accommodation close to Stellenbosch University. Beau Vie, 17 on Cluver and Bosman’s Club, are some of the developments that have performed exceptionally well.
Clarence and Odette are unrivalled when it comes to their knowledge of the agricultural segment of the property market,” says Varga. It is not surprising that they have been named National Agents of the Year for their outstanding performance. “Specialist agent Vanessa Johnson, who sells sectional title, student accommodation and units in new developments at various price points, has significantly strengthened Pam Golding Properties’ market share in Stellenbosch," says Varga. Vanessa contributed about 40 development sales to achieve her Emerald Circle status.
“Having established a reputation for being able to understand the market and guide buyers and sellers throughout their property journey, Pam Golding Properties’ Stellenbosch agents have been well-placed to make the most of this regional housing market’s recent growth,” concludes Varga.
Stellenbosch is the oldest town in South Africa after Cape Town, and is undoubtedly the most scenic and well-preserved area in which to own or rent property. Known as the "Town of Oaks", Stellenbosch boasts a mild Mediterranean climate, oak-lined streets and elegant Cape Dutch, Victorian and Georgian architecture.
Stellenbosch property really does afford the best of both worlds. Being the centre of the country’s wine industry within a mountain valley, houses in Stellenbosch provide the ideal position from which to explore the world-renowned Cape Winelands. There’s more to the town than just scenic beauty as this area’s also home to the highly esteemed Stellenbosch University and offers a host of perfectly suited student accommodation. This means there is always a demand for apartments and houses for sale in Stellenbosch as well as a host of opportunities to rent out property to scholars and academics alike.